You’ve tried heat. You’ve tried ice. You’ve stretched and rested and taken more ibuprofen than you’d like to admit. But that knot in your back, that ache in your neck, that tightness limiting how you move – it’s still there.
Cupping therapy works differently. The suction pulls blood to the surface, releasing trapped tension deep in the muscle tissue. Your body responds by flooding the area with fresh, oxygen-rich blood. That’s when real healing starts.
Most people feel immediate relief after one session. The pressure lifts. Movement gets easier. You’re not just masking pain – you’re addressing what’s causing it. For chronic conditions like lower back pain, neck stiffness, or knee discomfort, regular cupping sessions help maintain that relief long-term.
This isn’t about temporary comfort. It’s about getting back to the activities that matter – walking without wincing, sleeping through the night, picking up your grandkids without hesitation.
We’ve been bringing physical therapy directly to Valley Stream homes since 2010. We’re not a new operation testing the waters – we’re an established practice affiliated with Physical Therapy Associates of Smithtown and Speonk Physical Therapy.
Every therapist on our team is licensed and credentialed. We accept Medicare and most commercial insurance, which means you’re not paying out-of-pocket for quality care. Our Google Business Profiles are verified and secure, our patient data protected, our scheduling reliable.
Valley Stream’s largest employment sector is healthcare and social assistance – over 4,800 residents work in this field. You understand what good care looks like. You know the difference between a provider who shows up prepared and one who doesn’t. We’ve built our reputation on consistency, professionalism, and treating every patient like family, not a number on a schedule.
Your therapist arrives at your home with everything needed – cups, equipment, and a treatment plan based on your specific condition. No need to drive anywhere or sit in a waiting room.
First, we assess where you’re holding tension and what’s limiting your movement. Then we place cups on targeted areas – usually your back, neck, shoulders, or legs. The suction creates negative pressure that draws blood to the surface. You’ll feel a tight pull, but it shouldn’t hurt. Most people find it surprisingly relaxing.
We leave the cups in place for 5 to 15 minutes depending on your condition and tolerance. When we remove them, you’ll likely see circular marks – that’s normal and they fade within a few days. Those marks show where stagnant blood and toxins were trapped.
After your first session, many people notice looser muscles and reduced pain immediately. Others feel the full effect within 24 hours as inflammation decreases. We’ll discuss how many sessions you need based on whether you’re dealing with acute pain or a chronic condition. Most treatment plans involve weekly sessions for 4 to 6 weeks, then maintenance visits as needed.
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Dry cupping works especially well for myofascial pain – that deep, stubborn discomfort in your muscle tissue that doesn’t respond to regular massage. If you’re dealing with chronic lower back pain, upper back tension, or neck stiffness, this is where cupping shows real results.
We also treat knee osteoarthritis, a common issue in Valley Stream’s aging population where the median age is 42. The suction increases circulation around the joint, reducing inflammation and improving mobility without invasive procedures.
Many of our patients come to us after orthopedic care didn’t fully resolve their pain, or when they want to avoid long-term medication use. With the opioid crisis pushing more people toward nonpharmacological options, cupping offers a research-backed alternative. Studies show it significantly improves both pain levels and disability scores.
Cupping integrates naturally with other physical therapy techniques. We often combine it with targeted exercises, manual therapy, or other modalities depending on what your body needs. The goal isn’t just to make you feel better for a day – it’s to restore function so you can get back to living without constant pain limiting what you do.
Yes, and there’s clinical evidence backing it up. Research shows that cupping therapy significantly reduces pain and improves disability scores, particularly for chronic conditions like lower back pain, neck pain, and knee osteoarthritis.
Here’s what happens: the suction triggers your body to release nitric oxide, which relaxes muscle tissue and improves blood flow. It also increases endogenous opioid production – your body’s natural pain relievers. That’s why many people feel immediate relief after just one session.
For chronic pain, you’re not looking at a one-and-done solution. Most people need consistent sessions over several weeks to see lasting improvement. But unlike medications that just mask symptoms, cupping addresses the underlying muscle tension and poor circulation that’s causing your pain. You’re working with your body’s healing mechanisms, not against them.
Medicare covers cupping therapy when it’s provided as part of a physical therapy treatment plan, which is exactly how we deliver it. We also accept nearly all commercial insurance plans.
The key is that cupping needs to be medically necessary and performed by a licensed physical therapist – both boxes we check. We handle the billing and work directly with your insurance company, so you’re not stuck figuring out codes and reimbursement on your own.
Before your first session, we verify your coverage and let you know what to expect for out-of-pocket costs. No surprises. If you have a copay or deductible, we’ll tell you upfront. For most of our Valley Stream patients, insurance covers the majority of treatment costs, making cupping an affordable option compared to ongoing medication expenses or more invasive procedures.
Dry cupping uses suction only – no needles, no incisions, no blood. We place cups on your skin and create a vacuum that pulls tissue upward. That’s it. It’s the safest, most common form of cupping therapy.
Wet cupping involves making small cuts in the skin to draw out blood. We don’t offer that, and most people don’t need it. Dry cupping delivers the same benefits – improved circulation, muscle relaxation, pain relief – without any breaking of the skin.
Some practitioners combine cupping with acupuncture needles, but again, that’s not what we do. Our approach is straightforward: cups, suction, targeted placement based on where you’re holding tension. You might see circular marks afterward that look dramatic, but those fade within a few days and they’re not painful. They’re just a sign that stagnant blood has been brought to the surface so your body can clear it out and replace it with fresh circulation.
Yes. That’s actually our specialty. We bring all the equipment and expertise directly to your home in Valley Stream.
This matters especially if you’re dealing with mobility issues, transportation challenges, or you simply can’t spare the time to drive to an office, park, sit in a waiting room, and drive back. We built our entire practice around home-based care because we know that getting to appointments is often harder than the treatment itself.
Your therapist arrives on schedule, sets up in whatever room works best for you, and provides the same quality care you’d receive in a clinic. You’re in your own space, which means you’re more relaxed – and that actually helps the treatment work better. After your session, you don’t have to get in a car and navigate traffic. You can rest, hydrate, and let your body continue healing in comfort. We’ve been doing this in Valley Stream since 2010, so we know the area well and can usually offer flexible scheduling that fits your life.
You’ll feel a strong pulling sensation when we first apply the cups, like someone is tugging your skin upward. It’s tight and intense for the first 30 seconds, then your body adjusts and most people find it relaxing.
It shouldn’t be painful. If a cup feels too intense, we adjust the suction immediately. Everyone’s tolerance is different, and we customize pressure based on what you can handle and what your condition requires. Some areas of your body – like the upper back – tend to be more sensitive than others.
During the session, you might feel warmth spreading through the area as blood flow increases. That’s exactly what we want. Some people feel so relaxed they nearly fall asleep. Others feel energized. After we remove the cups, the area might feel tender for a day or two, similar to post-workout soreness. That’s normal and it fades quickly. The circular marks look more dramatic than they feel – they’re not bruises in the traditional sense, and they don’t hurt to touch.
That depends on whether you’re treating acute pain or a chronic condition. For a recent injury or sudden muscle strain, you might feel significant relief after 2 to 3 sessions.
For chronic issues – the kind of pain you’ve been living with for months or years – expect a longer timeline. Most people need weekly sessions for 4 to 6 weeks to see substantial, lasting improvement. After that, maintenance sessions every few weeks or monthly help keep pain from returning.
We assess your progress after each session and adjust the plan based on how your body responds. Some people heal faster than others depending on age, overall health, and how severe the underlying issue is. We’re not going to lock you into a rigid schedule or push unnecessary treatments. The goal is to get you functional and pain-free, then give you the tools and occasional maintenance care to stay that way. You’re in control of your treatment plan, and we’ll be honest about what’s working and what might need a different approach.
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